Warehouse Supervisor

Barrett Petfood•Little Falls, MN

12d

About The Position

Barrett Petfood is seeking a motivated Warehouse Supervisor to lead, coach, and support the warehouse team in a fast-paced environment. The supervisor will help maintain safe, efficient warehouse operations, oversee staff development and performance, coordinate labor, support inventory control, and communicate with internal departments, account managers, and off-site warehouse locations. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM. The pay range is $29.50 to $33.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. Barrett Petfood is a family-owned pet food manufacturer based in central Minnesota.

Requirements

3–5+ years of warehouse, distribution, or logistics experience, including at least 1–2 years in a supervisory or lead role.
Experience managing daily warehouse operations, including shipping, receiving, loading, unloading, and inventory control.
Strong knowledge of inventory management, including FIFO, cycle counts, inventory verification, and warehouse management systems (WMS).
Ability to allocate labor effectively, manage warehouse space, and improve operational efficiency through continuous process improvement.
Excellent communication and organizational skills, with experience collaborating across departments, account managers, vendors, and off-site warehouse locations.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and ERP/WMS software.
Commitment to workplace safety and maintaining a clean, organized warehouse.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the manufacturing facility.
Ability to lift, carry, push, and/or pull up to 50 pounds.
Ability to bend, reach, climb stairs, stoop, kneel, and perform other physical activities required in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to routinely and safely climb and descend stairs and ladders, including to access elevated work areas and equipment.
Ability to safely operate or work from a scissor lift to access elevated equipment and production areas for inspection, verification, and environmental or sanitation sampling.
Ability to maintain balance and stability on elevated platforms, stairs, ladders, and uneven or wet surfaces, as applicable.
Ability to work in varying environmental conditions, including areas that may be hot, cold, wet, humid, noisy, or subject to temperature fluctuations.

Responsibilities

Supervise, train, and develop warehouse staff on safe work practices, material handling equipment, and company operational procedures; maintain training records and competency checks.
Provide regular feedback and performance coaching, recognize achievements, and address performance concerns.
Allocate labor resources to meet daily operational demands and productivity goals.
Monitor employee attendance and maintain accurate PTO and attendance records.
Assist with inventory management, including proper First-In, First-Out (FIFO) inventory rotation.
Conduct cycle counts on an annual schedule and as operational needs require.
Partner with operations and inventory teams to promptly resolve inventory-related issues.
Serve as the primary warehouse contact for account managers and off-site warehouse locations regarding inventory, shipments, and operational needs.
Communicate with internal departments and external partners to resolve issues and support smooth operations.
Participate in weekly operational calls and provide concise weekly recap reports covering performance, inventory concerns, staffing updates, and improvement initiatives.